Indonesian furniture has been known for its unique characteristics and use of quality wood. In addition to the combination of environmentally friendly materials that make it very popular with the international community, such as in Europe, America, Asia and Africa.
The Central Statistics Agency (BPS) reported that the export value of national wood furniture in January-December 2021 reached US$ 1.99 billion or around Rp. 28.6 trillion.
Its value increased by 32.54% compared to sales in the same period the previous year, which was US$ 1.5 billion or around Rp. 21.65 trillion.
Meanwhile, if measured by volume, it reached 508.7 million kg. This volume increased by 20.46% compared to exports in the same period in 2020 which amounted to 422.3 million kg.
Several areas that are well-known as centers for producing wooden furniture in Indonesia, such as Pasuruan and Jepara. In Pasuruan there are two villages which are centers of wooden furniture. Meanwhile, in Jepara, almost 80% of the population is involved in the furniture industry.